Job Description
Full job description
About Us
Muse Events is a produce-driven catering and events company based in Port Melbourne, operating across premium offsite events and our exclusive waterfront venue, The Chandlery
The Role
We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support our Executive Chef and Head Chef, helping lead kitchen operations across prep, pack-down and event service. You’ll be confident running service, leading teams, and working with autonomy in fast-paced, event-driven environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead kitchen teams across prep, events and pack-down
Execute live fire cooking across varied locations
Oversee preservation processes (fermenting, curing, smoking, pickling)
Manage ordering, suppliers and inventory
Conduct stocktakes and maintain food cost controls (Cooking the Books or similar)
Maintain food safety systems and compliance
Mentor and support junior chefs
About You
Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership role
Strong leadership skills -- able to manage, mentor and motivate a team
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management
Confident working independently with strong ownership and initiative
Experience with ordering, supplier management and stock control
Solid understanding of food costing and margin control
Current Food Safety certification
Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to offsite events
Strong understanding of live fire cooking and large-scale event execution
Experience with preservation techniques (curing, fermenting, smoking, pickling)
Physically capable of event-based work (pack-ins, varied locations)
Why Join Us
Work with high-quality Australian produce and seasonal menus
Be part of a growing, respected events business
Diverse work across venues, private estates and unique locations
Creative, hands-on cooking -- not just service repetition
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
About Us
Muse Events is a produce-driven catering and events company based in Port Melbourne, operating across premium offsite events and our exclusive waterfront venue, The Chandlery
The Role
We’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support our Executive Chef and Head Chef, helping lead kitchen operations across prep, pack-down and event service. You’ll be confident running service, leading teams, and working with autonomy in fast-paced, event-driven environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead kitchen teams across prep, events and pack-down
Execute live fire cooking across varied locations
Oversee preservation processes (fermenting, curing, smoking, pickling)
Manage ordering, suppliers and inventory
Conduct stocktakes and maintain food cost controls (Cooking the Books or similar)
Maintain food safety systems and compliance
Mentor and support junior chefs
About You
Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership role
Strong leadership skills -- able to manage, mentor and motivate a team
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management
Confident working independently with strong ownership and initiative
Experience with ordering, supplier management and stock control
Solid understanding of food costing and margin control
Current Food Safety certification
Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to offsite events
Strong understanding of live fire cooking and large-scale event execution
Experience with preservation techniques (curing, fermenting, smoking, pickling)
Physically capable of event-based work (pack-ins, varied locations)
Why Join Us
Work with high-quality Australian produce and seasonal menus
Be part of a growing, respected events business
Diverse work across venues, private estates and unique locations
Creative, hands-on cooking -- not just service repetition
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Sous Chef position is now open for candidates interested in the Event Management Jobs sector. This role in Abattoir offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Event Management Jobs is a plus.